Artificial Intelligence (AI) Intern

In this role, you will be fully embedded within our innovative AI Lab, joining a collaborative team that is pioneering the future of healthcare technology. Your role, mentorship, and day-to-day responsibilities will be centered within the AI Lab, giving you a home base in our central innovation hub. This unique position, while aligned with a key business Value Stream, provides a broader perspective on how advanced AI is applied across the organization to solve real-world challenges.

You will gain exposure to these functional areas:

• Generative AI Application Development
• Agentic AI Systems and Frameworks
• Full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• DevOps, Collaboration, and Project Tracking
• API and Service Integration

• Develop, test, and deploy Generative AI applications and prototypes using the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with a focus on Vertex AI.
• Build and refine AI agents and AI-powered solutions using Gemini Enterprise and the Python-based Agent Development Kit (ADK).
• Collaborate with the AI Lab team on the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to implementation and testing.
• Manage source code, track project progress, and facilitate team collaboration using GitLab for version control as well as Jira and Confluence.
• Design and integrate services and applications using OpenAPI standards and GCP integration connectors to ensure robust and scalable solutions.

• Active participation in the strategic development process for AI solutions, including developing goals, objectives, and processes.
• How to engage professionally in a fast-paced, collaborative technology environment.
• Gain hands-on experience with enterprise-grade development and collaboration tools (GitLab, Jira, Confluence).
• Application of modern software development practices within a corporate framework, including robust, scalable solution design.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong programming skills, with proficiency in Python.
• General knowledge of software development practices and version control.
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Optional Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and its AI/ML services (like Vertex AI).
• Familiarity with project management and documentation tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Understanding of API design principles and standards, such as REST and OpenAPI.
• Understanding of communication protocols such as A2A and MCP.
• An interest in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and especially Generative AI, through projects, coursework, or self-study.

High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above

The job posting range is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability.

This job is also eligible for variable pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

WHY Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA?

We understand that theconfidence gapandimposter syndromecan prevent amazing candidates coming our way, so please don't hesitate to apply. We'd love to hear from you. You might be just what we need for this role or possibly another one at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. We encourage you to bring us your true colors, , your perspectives, and your experiences. It's in our differences that we will remain relentless in our pursuit to transform healthcare for ALL.

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